Does mini tummy tuck remove stretch marks on the lower abs region?

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Tummy tuck

October 3rd, 2016

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Most likely a mini tummy tuck would not remove all your stretchmarks from the navel area, you might need a full tummy tuck,pictures would have been helpful,consult carefully with a board certified PS,good luck!

Mini TT

September 25th, 2016

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Mini TT will not address stretch marks in the navel area. Most likely you would need a full Tummy Tuck. Seek a board certified plastic surgeon in your area and review all your options and review their before and afters. Best of Luck to you!

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Does mini tummy tuck remove stretch marks on the lower abs region?

September 18th, 2016

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Thank you for the question. The mini tummy tuck operation addresses only the skin/tissues of the very low part of the abdomen (just above the pubic area). Stretch marks around the navel you mentioned will likely not be addressed.

Overall, in my opinion, the mini tummy tuck is an operation that produces very limited results and is very rarely indicated. It involves a shorter incision but does not address the majority of the abdominal wall issues present for most patients who present consultation. For example, the area of skin excised is quite small. The abdominal wall musculature is addressed below the umbilicus leaving the upper number wall potentially lax. Again, the appearance of the umbilicus is not necessarily addressed sufficiently.

For the vast majority of patients who have had pregnancies and/or weight loss a full abdominoplasty is necessary to achieve the desired results.

When the time is right, seek consultation with board-certified plastic surgeons who can demonstrate significant experience helping patients achieve the types of outcomes you would be pleased with. You may find the attached link, dedicated to tummy tuck surgery concerns, helpful to you as you learn more. Best wishes.

Mini tummy tuck does not remove stretch marks around belly button

September 13th, 2016

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In a mini tummy tuck, only skin from the very lower part of the abdomen is removed. This usually leaves most of the skin around the belly button. There are several variations of tummy tucks to consider so make sure you know what to expect when considering your options.

Tummy tuck

September 12th, 2016

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Hello and thank you for your question. Based on your
description, you may be a good candidate for a tummy tuck with liposuction.
This can be done through a low and short incision, all completely below the
bikini line. Your muscles can also be
plicated resulting in a flat abdomen. Make sure you
specifically look at before and after pictures of real patients who have
had this surgery performed by your surgeon and evaluate their results. The
most important aspect is to find a surgeon you are comfortable with. I
recommend that you seek consultation with a qualified board-certified plastic
surgeon who can evaluate you in person.

Mini tummy tuck and stretch marks?

September 12th, 2016

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Hello. Thanks for your question. During an abdominoplasty, skin is removed. The stretch marks that are in that skin will be gone, but stretch marks in the remaining skin--remain. You indicate that you have bothersome stretch marks around your navel. A mini-tummy tuck typically does not address skin around the belly-button or upper abdomen. I suggest that you consult with a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon for an evaluation and consultation. he or she will be able to discuss your best options. All the best.

Full tummy tuck with muscle reconstruction

September 11th, 2016

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Based on this question you appear to be an excellent candidate for a full tummy tuck with muscle reconstruction. This will flatten the muscles, reconstruct your core muscular corset, revise the belly button, eliminate the stretch marks from the belly button to the pubic hairline, and remove the loose skin and fat of the anterior abdomen.

Will Mini tuck remove stretchmarks around belly button?

September 11th, 2016

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Thank you for your question. The mini tummy tuck is best for a very small subset of patients with loose skin primarily of the lower abdomen below the belly button. The belly button is often "floated" or disconnected from its connection to the abdominal wall and pulled to a position several centimeters lower on the abdomen. It may reduce the appearance of a stretchmark, but it will not make them go away completely. Consult with a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon in your area to see if you are a good candidate and to discuss all your options. Best wishes,

Hi Umer14213. If your stretch marks look less apparent when the skin is stretched, then yes a mini tuck will improve them-technically not "removing" them. A stretch mark represents a tear in the dermis and effective treatments include microneedling & laser resurfacing (to grow collagen fibers, remodel dermis, tighten crepe skin). Consult with a board certified PS with these different technologies and surgical experience to give you a better understanding. Best wishes,

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